Your stay — Baraka Hotel
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The Property — Baraka Hotel
Baraka Hotel is a compact 3-star in central Tashkent, a few minutes’ walk from Amir Timur Square. The lobby is basic but clean, with a 24-hour front desk and a small breakfast room off the entrance. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a functional base for a night or two, close to metro and main sights, not a place you linger in. Rooms are plain but air-conditioned, with dated decor and reliable hot water – fine for a summer stopover.
Chronicles of Tashkent
Tashkent was a Silk Road oasis before becoming a Soviet administrative centre, then was almost entirely rebuilt after a devastating 1966 earthquake. The Soviets imposed broad boulevards, concrete apartment blocks and monumental squares, including the enormous Independence Square. Today, the city blends that Soviet grid with newly polished Islamic architecture – the Hazrat Imam Complex and the modern Minor Mosque – and a slightly chaotic Central Asian energy. It feels less polished than Samarkand but more lived-in, with wide parks, noisy streets and a youthful café culture emerging around the metro stations.
Best Time to Visit
Full Tashkent guide →Best months
April–May and September–October: daytime temperatures are 20–30°C, sunny, and the city’s many parks are green. Crowds are moderate, so booking a 3-star like Baraka is easy.
Peak / festival surge
July–August is peak heat (35–40°C), with local holidays such as Kurban Hayit (likely early July 2026) driving domestic travel. Hotel prices at 3-star properties can rise 20–30%. The Navruz festival in March also fills places.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the budget sweet spots: lower prices than midsummer, still pleasant weather, with far fewer tourists than April or October.
Weather & packing
July in Tashkent is dry, dusty and furnace-hot – you’ll be fine in lightweight cottons and linen. Bring a sun hat and reusable water bottle; evening breezes make a light scarf useful for mosques.
Live City Briefing — Tashkent
- The new Tashkent metro line (Sirgaly to Turkiston) opened in late 2024, reducing journey times between the city centre and the airport – direct connection via Tinchlik station, a short walk from Baraka.
- A major renovation of Amir Timur Square’s pedestrian zone finished in spring 2025, adding shade structures and fountains – the main gathering spot 5 minutes from the hotel.
- Summer 2026: expect heatwave advisories from late June through August; many museums and state buildings have cool, air-conditioned interiors, but outdoor sightseeing before 10am is prudent.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Baraka Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the courtyard (if available) – these floors are high enough to reduce street noise from 51 Tashkent's main road, but still have reliable water pressure and lift access.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms – they suffer from street-level noise from passing traffic and the hotel entrance, and may have less privacy. Also skip rooms directly above the lift shaft or service areas (typically at the rear) where mechanical hum is common in 3-star properties.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms facing the street (51, Tashkent) might have a view of the avenue, but expect a city streetscape – not scenic. Courtyard rooms overlook the hotel's inner area, quieter but with limited outlook.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–4 are the quietest – above the street-level bustle but below potential rooftop equipment noise.
🔊 Noise notes
This address on a main Tashkent road means constant traffic hum, occasional honking, and noise from street-level shops or cafes. The hotel lift and housekeeping trolleys on the first two floors add daytime bustle.
Insider tips
1. Request a room away from the lift when booking – the old lift in many 3-star Tashkent hotels clanks loudly. 2. Check in after 3pm for the best chance of securing a courtyard-facing room; reception often holds these for later arrivals.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Baraka Hotel
Free basic WiFi throughout (2 Mbps). A premium tier (10 Mbps) costs 50,000 UZS per 24 hours. Requires room number and surname for login.
Single lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
None. The building is a restored 1980s Soviet-era hotel with original mosaic facade.
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00. Early bag drop free from 10:00. Late check-out 50% of nightly rate until 18:00, subject to availability.
Free storage available for day-of-arrival and departure only; no additional fee.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance. Ground floor rooms accessible; no wheelchair-accessible bathrooms upstairs. Lift fits standard wheelchair but not mobility scooter.
On-site parking for 8 cars, free. Nearest public car park at Mustaqillik Maydoni (1 km) costs 15,000 UZS/day. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; 100,000 UZS incidental hold at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Мечет Рахимжан-ата (635 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Церковь Христиан Полного Евангелия «Дом молитвы» (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Mosque: Yakkasaroy jom'e masjidi (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
- Mosque: Rakat jome masjidi (2.0 km · ~25 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Торговый центр "Чиланзар" — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Аллея Гагарина — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 966 m · ~12 min walk
OXY med — 547 m · ~7 min walk
Ал мухаррам савдо — 540 m · ~7 min walk
To'qimachi — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Uzbek Som, UZS
Use official exchange offices or bank ATMs; avoid airport and hotel bureaux — rates are poor.
Visa/Mastercard accepted in major supermarkets and chain restaurants; cash essential for markets, small shops, and taxis.
Not expected but appreciated; round up in restaurants (5-10%), no tip in taxis, small tip for hotel staff (10,000-20,000 som).
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street kiosk coffee or instant coffee at a chaikhana (teahouse) — approx 5,000-10,000 som.
Plov (pilaf) from a street plov centre or canteen — approx 15,000-20,000 som.
Lagman (noodle soup) or shashlik (skewered meat) at a basic eatery — approx 20,000-30,000 som for a main.
Shashlik stalls and samsa bakeries are common along main streets; look for busy spots with a queue.
Supermarket chains like Korzinka (widespread) and Makro are reliable for basics.
Local bazaars (e.g., Chorsu Bazaar, accessible by metro) offer cheap clothing; no specific mall in this area.
Metro (single ride 1,400 som) or buses (1,400 som); Tashkent airport to city centre by bus 67 or 67A (same fare).
Eat at plov centres or chaikhanas for cheap meals; use metro or walking to avoid taxis; buy phone data at Ucell or Beeline stores rather than tourist kiosks.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Tashkent, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Baraka Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 966 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · OXY med — 547 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Station 'Sebzor' (connected via metro to Bodomzor) → Tashkent City Centre
💡 Trams are slow but give you a real local vibe. Line 1 passes through older neighbourhoods with tree-lined streets. Not ideal for hotel transfer, but do this for a cheap city tour another day.
Airport bus stop (outside arrivals) → Hotel NICE (nearest stop: 'Mustaqillik Maydoni' on Sharof Rashidov Street)
💡 Bus 11 runs directly past the hotel area. Use Yandex Maps for real-time stop alerts, as announcements are in Uzbek only. Have small change or a transport card.
Station 'Bodomzor' (west of city, not at airport) → Station 'Mustaqillik Maydoni' (Independence Square)
💡 Metro stops short of airport—you need bus 11 from airport to Bodomzor station first. But metro is worth it for Tashkent's stunning Soviet-era tile decoration. No photos allowed inside stations until recently, but now okay discretely.
Islam Karimov Tashkent International Airport (TAS) → Hotel NICE (near Mustaqillik Maydoni)
💡 Book via Yandex Go app for fixed price; avoid drivers inside the terminal who quote 3x more. Stand near the exit gate for better GPS signal.
About Tashkent
Wikipedia ↗
Tashkent ( ), also known as Toshkent, is the capital and largest city of Uzbekistan. It is the most populous city in Central Asia, with a population of more than 3.1 million people as of July 1, 2025. It is located in northeastern Uzbekistan. Tashkent's history stretches back centuries as part of th...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Baraka Hotel?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the courtyard (if available) – these floors are high enough to reduce street noise from 51 Tashkent's main road, but still have reliable water pressure and lift access.
Which rooms should I avoid at Baraka Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms – they suffer from street-level noise from passing traffic and the hotel entrance, and may have less privacy. Also skip rooms directly above the lift shaft or service areas (typically at the rear) where mechanical hum is common in 3-star properties.
Is Baraka Hotel noisy?
This address on a main Tashkent road means constant traffic hum, occasional honking, and noise from street-level shops or cafes. The hotel lift and housekeeping trolleys on the first two floors add daytime bustle.
Which rooms have the best views at Baraka Hotel?
Upper-floor rooms facing the street (51, Tashkent) might have a view of the avenue, but expect a city streetscape – not scenic. Courtyard rooms overlook the hotel's inner area, quieter but with limited outlook.
What are insider tips for staying at Baraka Hotel?
1. Request a room away from the lift when booking – the old lift in many 3-star Tashkent hotels clanks loudly. 2. Check in after 3pm for the best chance of securing a courtyard-facing room; reception often holds these for later arrivals.
What time is check-in at Baraka Hotel?
Check-in at Baraka Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Baraka Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi throughout (2 Mbps). A premium tier (10 Mbps) costs 50,000 UZS per 24 hours. Requires room number and surname for login.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Baraka Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Baraka Hotel?
Plov (pilaf) from a street plov centre or canteen — approx 15,000-20,000 som.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Baraka Hotel?
Metro (single ride 1,400 som) or buses (1,400 som); Tashkent airport to city centre by bus 67 or 67A (same fare).
When is the best time to visit Tashkent?
April–May and September–October: daytime temperatures are 20–30°C, sunny, and the city’s many parks are green. Crowds are moderate, so booking a 3-star like Baraka is easy.
Top Attractions in Tashkent
💡 Go early morning (8-9am) to see the bread coming fresh from the tandyr ovens. Free to walk around but carry small sums for a cup of tea or a samsa.
💡 Sit on a bench near the fountain side around 5pm when locals gather. No ticket needed for the park, but if you want to see a performance, cheap balcony seats start from 30,000 som.
💡 The small library next to the mosque (entrance around 5,000 som) contains the 7th-century Othman Quran – worth the modest fee if you're interested. Best visited at sunset for golden light on the tiles.
💡 The circular panoramic painting inside gives a good overview of Timur's conquests. Avoid weekends when school groups arrive.
💡 The building itself is more interesting than many exhibits: carved wooden ceilings and painted walls. Go on a weekday afternoon to have the place almost to yourself. There's a small cafe in the courtyard.